Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

HANOVER SQUARE, LS3 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HANOVER SQUARE, LS3 1BQ.

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Population

556

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Avg Age

25

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Avg Income

£ 30,200 /yr

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Employed

18%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LS3 1BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines LS3 1BQ — 48% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LS3 1BQ is a lively urban neighbourhood on Hanover Square, 0.3km from Little Woodhouse in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Little London & Woodhouse ward and the Leeds Central constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LS3 1BQ offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At just 25 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 63% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 112 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LS3 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00058881 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS3 1BQ. The average age is 24.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British51.8%
Asian / British Asian35.6%
Black / African / Caribbean5.8%
Other / Mixed6.8%

Economic Activity

18%Active
FT: 15%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 166,000

10 sales · Mean £ 166,500

Terraced

£ 412,500

2 sales · Mean £ 412,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around LS3 1BQ is above average at 112 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting275
Violence and sexual offences231
Other theft80
Vehicle crime76
Public order69

school Local Schools

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Rosebank Primary School

Good353 pupils0.6 km
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Blenheim Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils1.1 km
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Castleton Primary School

Good467 pupils1.4 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good226 pupils1.5 km
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Brudenell Primary School

Good260 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

35 nearby
  • Belle Vue Stores0.5 km
  • Go Gold Local0.3 km
  • Go Local G J Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Noshi Food Store0.8 km
  • Gopuff0.9 km
  • + 30 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

41 nearby
  • Northern Snooker Centre0.3 km
  • The Highland Pub0.2 km
  • Leeds University Student Union (Old Bar)0.7 km
  • Leeds University (Terrace Bar)0.7 km
  • Leeds University Student Union (Stylus And Function)0.7 km
  • + 36 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

177 nearby
  • Manjaros0.3 km
  • TGI Fridays0.4 km
  • Interactive Investors Canteeen0.3 km
  • Jack-Pots0.5 km
  • The Good Luck Club0.6 km
  • + 172 more
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Takeaway Shop

38 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Zaks0.7 km
  • Humpit0.7 km
  • Waki Maki0.7 km
  • Alkhaleej0.8 km
  • + 33 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

14 nearby
  • Ibis Leeds Centre0.3 km
  • Holiday Inn Express0.2 km
  • Premier Inn, Leeds City Centre0.4 km
  • Be At One0.8 km
  • Premier Inn0.8 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Co-operative (West Point)0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
  • Tesco0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leeds1.0 km
  • Burley Park1.3 km
  • Headingley2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • St Andrews Street0.2 km
  • St Andrews Street0.2 km
  • Leeds City College0.2 km
  • Leeds City College0.2 km
  • Leeds City College0.2 km